Holiday Events Near Downtown Chicago

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Whether you’re visiting from out of town and looking to check out some of the classic holiday events, or if you’re a local Chicagoan looking to switch up the same traditions you do every year, here’s our guide to the top holiday events near downtown Chicago! Christkindl Market (The Loop) The Loop is the place […]

Chicago Restaurant Week 2023

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If there’s anything Chicagoans love more than trying a hip new restaurant, it’s exploring Chicago neighborhoods, and Chicago Restaurant Week is a great way to get out and fall in love with new pockets of the city. Chicago Restaurant Week 2023 features 335 restaurants in 34 Chicago neighborhoods as well as 37 restaurants in the […]

Gioia West Loop

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Gioia Ristorante and Pastificio is one of the newest restaurants opening on Restaurant Row in the West Loop at 1133 W. Randolph St. Gioia will serve 12 to 15 pastas made fresh daily, featuring both modern, innovative dishes as well as classic regional favorites. The chef for Gioia, Federico Comacchio, got his “chops” at Michelin […]

Memorial Day Weekend in Downtown Chicago

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The weather is getting warmer and Chicago’s COVID restrictions are getting looser, which means this Memorial Day Weekend is the perfect time to jump back into the summer activities you’ve missed over the past year. If you’re looking for things to do this weekend, here’s some inspiration! Cubs or Sox Game This week, Guaranteed Rate […]

Chicago Restaurant Week 2021

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Chicago Restaurant Week begins this Friday (albeit, it may look a little different this year than in previous years). During Restaurant Week, over 250 participating  restaurants in and around Chicago offer multi-course prix fixe menus for lunch ($25) and dinner ($39 or $55). This year, you’ll get to enjoy restaurant week through indoor or outdoor […]

West Loop Events: Artopia

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Looking for things to do near the West Loop this weekend? Artopia is one of the newest attractions coming to Chicago’s West Loop starting April 17th! The avant-garde installation is opening in Morgan Manufacturing’s 32,000 square feet of event space, bringing “a month of kaleidoscopic immersion” and “blending the creativity of renowned artists with the […]

West Loop Salons

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The West Loop is full of upscale and innovative salons and blowout bars. Here are a few of our favorite west loop salons! Art + Science – 1144 W Randolph St The stylists at Art + Science each specialize in a particular area including coloring, cutting, barbering, and styling. Each stylist on the floor has […]

Hidden Gem Furniture Stores Near Fulton Market

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Whether you’re looking for a contemporary accent piece, functional furniture for your small space, a timeless antique, or a whole new eclectic midcentury collection for your apartment, these furniture stores near Fulton Market are a must! Knoll – 811 W Fulton Market Knoll has distinct collections for both commercial and residential spaces, including their hybrid […]

River North Furniture Stores

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River North is one of Chicago’s cultural hubs, filled with boutiques, galleries, music venues, restaurants, and design studios. It’s no wonder River North is chalk full of top tier furniture stores. Here are a few neighborhood favorites! Luminaire – 301 W Superior St. Luminaire Chicago features modern designer furniture, lighting, and accessories in a timber […]

What’s Open in Chicago: Phase Four

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Now that Chicago is in phase four of reopening from COVID-19, there’s even more to do while socially distancing. Phase four allows reopening of museums and zoos, both outdoor and indoor seating at restaurants, tourist attractions, and the reopening of movie theaters and live performance venues. Here are some of the attractions that are now […]

Restaurants Offering Thanksgiving Delivery

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Does the recent stay at home order have you wondering what this Thanksgiving will look like? Don’t fret! These downtown Chicago restaurants are offering incredible Thanksgiving dinners for carryout and delivery! Aba – West Loop Give your celebration a Mediterranean twist with Aba’s Thanksgiving dinner. For $48.95 per person, you’ll get pumpkin hummus, truffle baked […]

Socially Distant Chicago Holiday Activities

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Although it may look a little different this year, there are still plenty of holiday festivities and things to do in Chicago! Here are some socially distant holiday activities in and near downtown Chicago. Christkindlmarket (Virtual) Christkindlmarket is a Chicago staple for holiday activities. This year, instead of its traditional pop up location in the […]